Alcester vs Coventry — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Alcester

B49 · Warwickshire

51

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences22
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Coventry

CV5 · Coventry

142

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Other theft15
  • Shoplifting14

Alcester has less crime — 51 vs 142 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Coventry recorded substantially more crime than Alcester in April 2026 — 142 incidents compared to 51, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Alcester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Coventry has more Other theft (15) and Shoplifting (14). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alcester or Coventry safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Alcester recorded fewer crimes than Coventry — 51 vs 142 incidents. That is 64% fewer crimes. Alcester is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Alcester and Coventry?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Alcester saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Coventry had more Other theft and Shoplifting. Overall, Alcester recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 142).

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